Commercial Legal Specialist

4 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia APS Full time

About the Role

The Commercial Branch within Defence Legal provides specialist and strategic commercial, procurement and contract advice across the Defence portfolio. As a Commercial Legal Specialist, you will exercise a significant degree of independence and perform an important leadership role within the in-house practice.

You will be responsible for influencing and developing strategies, policies, priorities, and operational practices in support of Defence's commercial objectives. This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP).

About Our Team

All lawyers within Defence Legal's Commercial Branch are given the opportunity to be mentored and developed by some of Australia's most senior commercial and project lawyers. You will also have the opportunity to supervise and mentor junior commercial lawyers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic advice to senior management and stakeholders on commercial law, contract interpretation, performance and management, commercial claims, ICT law, insurance law, intellectual property, probity and procurement and tendering.
  • Exercise a significant degree of independence and perform an important leadership role within the in-house practice.
  • Influence and develop strategies, policies, priorities, and operational practices in support of Defence's commercial objectives.

What We Offer

Defence is an inclusive and flexible workplace where our employees' individuality and contributions are valued. We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, as well as a study assistance program.



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